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A High‑Stakes Address: Trump Prepares for State of the Union Amid Polling Concerns

President Donald Trump leaves after an event in the East Room of the White House on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, in Washington.  President Donald Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address at a moment when national polling shows his support softening, creating an unusually high‑pressure backdrop for one of the most watched speeches of the year. While the State of the Union traditionally offers presidents an opportunity to outline their agenda and rally public confidence, this year’s address carries added weight as shifting voter sentiment becomes a central storyline. Advisers have signaled that Trump plans to emphasize economic themes, national security, and legislative priorities he argues will resonate with undecided voters. The White House is also expected to frame the speech as a reset point, aiming to reassert control over the national narrative and project stability. Political analysts note that State of the Union speeches rarely transform public opinion on their own...

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Tourist Resorts in Indian-Controlled Kashmir Temporarily Closed Amid Rising Tensions

 

Authorities in Indian-controlled Kashmir have temporarily shut down 48 of the 87 government-authorized tourist resorts in the scenic Himalayan region. This decision follows a deadly attack near the resort town of Pahalgam, where gunmen killed 26 people, most of them Indian tourists.

The attack has heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, leading to diplomatic measures such as visa cancellations, the recall of diplomats, and the suspension of a crucial water-sharing treaty. Pakistan has denied involvement in the attack, which was claimed by a previously unknown militant group.

The closures are a precautionary safety measure, but they have disrupted tourism in the region, which had been flourishing in recent years. Millions of visitors travel to Kashmir annually to experience its natural beauty, despite ongoing skirmishes between insurgents and government forces.

The situation remains tense, with cross-border firing reported along the Line of Control and increased security measures in place.

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